Question

Critically comment on Shylock's negative character in the drama 'The Merchant Of Venice'.

Answer needed urgently.
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Answer 1

He is unpopular with other characters who accuse him of practising usury. This means lending money with outrageously high rates of interest . The merchants, such as Antonio, curse and spit at Shylock because they believe this way of making money is immoral. They also seem to despise him for his culture and religion.